The committee are currently in the process of compiling a list of members who have completed Cycling Ireland accredited courses. Please contact secretary@lakesidewheelers.ie If you have a Cycling Ireland accredited qualification and wish to be included. The list will be uploaded on the club website and posted in the Clubhouse.

Michelle O Halloran

I was a member of Mullingar harriers for years and had to stop running this time last year due to injury. I then decided to take up cycling as it didn't affect my back injury. My first ever cycling event was the Tour of Burren and I was bitten by the bug after that.

No of hours training during week?

I train 8-10 hours a week, it depends on my schedule as I work full time and am a mother to 2 young children.

Best & worst cycling moment?

Its been a really good year so far having placed 2nd & 3rd in two recent Ladies races. The highlight of the year was being selected for the Leinster Squad and we raced in the Bedford 3 day, it was an unbelievable experience that I thoroughly enjoyed.

My worst moment was crashing in a race earlier this year in Slane however it didn't put me off and I was back on the bike a few days later cycling for the launch of the Nationals.

It has been a very steep learning curve over the past 12 months but I am enjoying my new sport and I look forward to competing in the National Championships.